5 Healthcare Fraud Tactics Used On The Elder

 

Healthcare abuse and fraud can occur in a variety of ways but revolves around improper, unlawful, more inflated medical billing practices. There are various ways that nursing home staff and/or owners perpetrate this kind of fraud. Both federal and state agencies are responsible for investigating complaints. This is considered a crime. Unfortunately, these criminal proceedings do not provide compensation for victims who have been adversely affected by the fraud. That is why the Los Angeles elder abuse attorneys at The Kaufman Law Firm are adamant about helping elderly victims in these cases.


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